Session was a well facilitated and engaging introduction to the planning process and the issues we are addressing, and hwy and how. Dawn Ellis engaged the diverse group of participants, who seemed largely arts educators from CMSD, and collected their ideas on large post-its she affixed to the front of the room - she identified themes. The notes below are the themes she identified, and some of the concepts she introduced.
She said this process is to explore how could we (arts education) be strategic
Suggests we refocus on the young person and what we all care about in servicing this young person.
She explained there are thre areas of interest and focus we will explore in working groups:
Strengthen what we do and find ways to connect better with the community
Education Challenges: very different system and challenges and accountability systems - what drives the school system -
How can we be strategic in how we strengthen the quality of arts education system overall?
There are choices and challenges in the life of young people and arts can help children face their challenges - behavioral issues - balance issues
What role can the arts and art advocacy have in the future of childrens lives and the community.
Mobilize new resources - arts can be a leader in changing the life of everyone in the community - self esteem, safety... hasn't been looked at in Cleveland.
Three groups brainstorming on three topics:
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Links:
[1] http://realneo.us/system/files/CMSDArtPanCrop650.jpg
[2] http://realneo.us/Invitation
[3] http://realneo.us/Making-Arts-Education-a-Cleveland-School-Board-Priority